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Welcome to my website! My name is Georgia Larson. I’m a retired accountant, and I live with my husband Fred. I don’t share this with everyone; well at least I didn’t use to. I guess the word will be out now. I have a full mouth of dental implants. They are actually denture implants. I am so thrilled with my new teeth and want to share my journey with you. I know people who have dentures and see what they go through. I really didn’t want the hassle of worrying about them staying in, worrying about what I ate, and cleaning them. I hope that from me sharing my story, you will be able to decide if dental implants are right for you. Thanks again for stopping by.

Have you been wishing for whiter teeth? If so, you may have considered many options to change their color. Before you move forward with teeth whitening, be sure you understand these four ways to do it.

Bleaching

Teeth bleaching is a very safe and effective method to whiten your teeth, especially when done by a dentist. Bleaching works great when you have stains due to old age, drinking dark beverages, or smoking. The process involves getting a typical teeth cleaning followed by applying bleaching gel to your teeth. The gel used by your dentist is stronger than any gel you can buy at your local drug store. You'll be able to see results immediately.

Unfortunately, bleaching can only be done on healthy and fairly straight teeth. Your dentist can let you know if you would be a good candidate for bleaching, or if you need to use another method.

Bonding

Dental bonding is when resin is applied to the surface of the teeth. The color of the resin is whiter than the current color of your teeth, so it essentially covers up the existing color of your teeth. Bonding is used to repair many types of cosmetic problems. While discoloration is one thing bonding can correct, it can also help with crooked teeth, chips, gaps, and teeth that are misshapen.

If you want to use dental bonding, know that it can be completed in one visit to the dentist. Bonding can be completed quickly because the material is placed and shaped on your teeth in the office on the same day.

Veneers

Porcelain veneers are made with thin shells designed to cover the visible surfaces of your teeth. The veneer material has a translucent appearance, so it will look natural next to other teeth that may not have veneers on them.

Veneers have benefits that are similar to bonding. If you are looking to fix other cosmetic problems at the same time, like chips and gaps, veneers can take care of those problems too. The difference between bonding and veneers is that veneers can correct bigger problems that bonding cannot.

Crowns

A dental crown will cover the entire tooth, which essentially masks any discoloration or damage that is underneath it. If your teeth discoloration is due to decay, the crown will help strengthen your teeth by preventing further decay.

For more information on whitening options, speak with a dental practice like Family 1st Dental.